If you noticed an increase in your electric bill this Winter, your'e not alone.
Here are some expert tips to help you save money and keep your home warm.
Save up to $350: Upgrade Insulation
Air that leaks from your home-through openings-wastes energy and quickly increased your energy-usage costs. Eliminate draftiness, keep your home comfortable, and make a big difference in your utility bill by seeking a professional to upgrade insulation and to seal air leakages.
Duke Energy is offering up to $350 in rebates for making insulation upgrades
Earn up to $250 for attic insulation and air sealing Earn up to $100 for duct sealing Visit: www.dukeenergy.com
Lower your home temperature when you leave your home for extended periods of time.
Use smart plugs
You may think that your electronics and appliances are energy-efficient, but are your using more energy than you think? Smart plugs turn on and off with your command via smartphone app and voice control.
Install a programmable thermostat
Does your thermostat still look like a gadget from the 1970s or even 1990s? Switch it out with a smart, programmable thermostat such as Nest. This switch alone can save you 10% on your electric bill. Visit: www.bestbuy.com
Wash clothing in cold water
Why? 90% of the electricity used to wash a load of laundry goes toward heating the water. This switch right here can save you approximately $65 monthly. Wow!
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